The US Consulate General in Lagos has announced a pre-departure orientation session for Nigerian students holding valid US student visas, aimed at preparing them for life and studies in the United States.

The event is scheduled for Thursday, December 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

According to an announcement posted on Monday via X by the US Mission in Nigeria, the orientation will be hosted at the Consulate General, 2 Walter Carrington Crescent, Victoria Island, Lagos.

It is open to all holders of US student visas, who are required to register via an online form, available on the US Mission X page.

“The pre-departure orientation will prepare you for life as a student in the United States. EducationUSA alumni studying at various U.S. institutions will share information on all you need to know before you depart for the U.S.,” the orientation form description read.

“You will understand how to deal with culture shock, avoid the Freshman 15, relate to professors, make new friends, get an on-campus job, become a resident adviser, apply for CPT/OPT and internships, get additional scholarships, get on the Dean’s List, get into an honours programme, and handle racism and sexual harassment.

“We’ll also share travel tips, what to pack, when and how to renew your student visa, and how to manage your mental health, time and money.”

The initiative comes amid reports that the Trump administration has intensified immigration enforcement, with over 85,000 visas allegedly revoked for foreign nationals since January, including more than 8,000 student visas worldwide over security and criminal concerns. (PUNCH)

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